CTA Behavior Management Techniques 2

Question 1

A learner repeatedly disrupts class by talking to neighbors. Which antecedent-based intervention should the trainer try first?

Accepted Answer

Seat the learner away from frequent conversation partners

Answer

Modifying the antecedent (seating arrangement) can prevent the disruptive behavior before it starts.

Question 2

Which reinforcement schedule produces the highest and most consistent response rate?

Accepted Answer

Variable ratio

Answer

Variable ratio schedules produce the highest, most persistent response rates because the reinforcer is unpredictable in timing.

Question 3

A learner completes tasks correctly only when the trainer is watching. This is an example of:

Accepted Answer

Stimulus discrimination

Answer

Stimulus discrimination occurs when behavior is performed under specific conditions (trainer present) but not others.

Question 4

When using differential reinforcement of other behavior (DRO), reinforcement is delivered when:

Accepted Answer

The problem behavior has not occurred during a set interval

Answer

DRO delivers reinforcement after a defined time period in which the problem behavior was absent.

Question 5

A trainer wants to reduce reliance on verbal prompts. Which prompt fading strategy involves gradually reducing physical assistance while maintaining verbal cues?

Accepted Answer

Most-to-least prompting

Answer

Most-to-least prompting begins with the highest level of support and systematically reduces assistance over trials.

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CTA Behavior Management Techniques 2